Tragacanth
Also known as: E413, Tragacanth gum
Tragacanth gum is approved as E413 in the EU and recognized GRAS by the FDA (21 CFR 184.1355). EFSA's re-evaluation found no safety concern at reported uses.
What it is
Tragacanth gum (E413); a natural plant exudate from Astragalus species used as a thickener and stabilizer.
Thickener, stabilizer, emulsifier; particularly used in salad dressings, sauces, and confectionery.
Why it's flagged
- potential GI effects at very high doses
What regulators actually say
"Tragacanth gum is the dried gummy exudate obtained from Astragalus gummifer Labillardiere or other Asiatic species of Astragalus."
"The Panel concluded that there is no need for a numerical ADI and that there is no safety concern for the use of tragacanth (E 413) as a food additive."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS under 21 CFR 184.1355
European Union — EFSA
Approved as E413; re-evaluation found no safety concern at reported uses
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